Choosing the Right Therapist in Walnut Creek: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting the Help You Need
By: Phillip Lolonis, LCSW, PPSC – Founder of Bedrock Therapies You’re not alone if you’ve ever felt frustrated trying to find a therapist who truly understands you. From long waitlists to unclear digital systems to therapists who just don’t “get” you—it can feel overwhelming. Whether you’ve been burned before or are seeking support for the […]
Helping Teens Navigate Life’s Transitions: Building Emotional Confidence Early
I remember a moment from my practice: a 15-year-old girl, sitting across from me, wringing her hands as she whispered, “I’m scared I’m not ready for high school.” As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with decades of experience working with children, teens, and families, I’ve seen this look many times — the anxious, overwhelmed […]
What Is EMDR Therapy? A Guide for Walnut Creek Residents
Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things, but the past still clings to you? That invisible weight can show up as anxiety, overthinking, habits, or addictions. If talk therapy alone hasn’t helped you get to the root of it, EMDR might be the piece that’s missing. In my practice here in […]
From Forest Trails to Emotional Trails: The Science Behind Nature-Based Therapy
It starts with a moment — the kind you don’t always notice until it’s gone. Maybe it’s a late afternoon sunbeam filtering through trees, or the way your body feels lighter after a walk. For many of us, life pulls us away from those moments. We’re overstimulated, overworked, and often disconnected — not just from […]
The Complete Guide to Walk and Talk Therapy
You know that feeling when your mind is racing, and you’re stuck in a chair, trying to talk it all out? I’ve seen it too often in the therapy room. Over the years, I’ve learned that healing doesn’t always happen sitting still—and sometimes, the most powerful conversations happen side by side, walking. That’s where Walk […]
The Benefits of Walk and Talk Therapy in Overcoming Trauma
Taking the First Step Toward Healing If you’ve been carrying the weight of trauma, you know how exhausting it can feel. Some days, it’s like walking through fog—each step heavy, emotions swirling, thoughts running in circles. Healing doesn’t always come easily, and for many, the idea of sitting in a therapist’s office can feel too […]